This study is being run by the Health and Lifestyle Research Unit at Queen Mary University of London, and is funded by Cancer Research UK (CRUK).

Many people who smoke conventional cigarettes also use an e-cigarette and this is called ‘dual use’. Little is known about the way such use develops over time. Most dual users aim to stop smoking altogether, but many people continue using both products. It is not clear at present how many of these dual users stop smoking, at which time point, and what factors help them to stop.

We are inviting up to 500 dual users to take part in a study which aims to gain a greater understanding of these issues. If you take part, we will ask you questions about your vaping and smoking over the telephone or internet at 3 monthly intervals, over a 12-month period. The surveys should take approximately 10 minutes each to complete. You will receive a £15 voucher as compensation for your time. The study is funded for 1 year initially, but if we obtain further funding, we will extend the follow-up period to 10 years.

We hope that the results of this trial will inform what advice doctors and other health professionals give on e-cigarettes in the future.

Who can take part?

You will be able to take part if you are:

Aged 18 years or over.

Currently using both an e-cigarette and conventional cigarettes either on the same or separate days for at least one day a week, and practiced such use for at least one month.

Thank you for your interest in this study. It is important that you understand what is involved before you consent to take part. There is information at the end of the information leaflet on how to contact the study organiser if you have any questions or concerns. Your participation is completely voluntary and will not affect any access to treatment or services that you may be currently receiving.

If you are interested in taking part please call: 0207 882 5747(lines are open Monday-Friday, 9-5pm) Or click the link to email us: health-research@qmul.ac.uk

Queen Mary University is looking for people with problematic drinking who are currently trying to stop drinking, but unable to do so.

A pilot study into the determinants of behaviour change in alcohol use disorder.

We would like to invite you to be part of this research project. It is entirely up to you if you want to take part. If you choose not to take part there won’t be any disadvantages for you and you will hear no more about it.

Please read the following information; this will tell you why the research is being done and what you will be asked to do. Please ask if anything is not clear or you would like more information.

The Study.

Achieving and maintaining abstinence from alcohol can be difficult. Scientific study into the reasons behind these difficulties has identified a number of factors which may play a role in the inability to stop drinking. This project examines several of these to further clarify their role.

Why have I been invited to take part?

We are looking for two groups of people. Those who have successfully managed to stop drinking for 12 months or more, and those who cannot maintain abstinence for more than 30 days, despite a desire to stop.

What will happen if I take part?

If you wish to participate we will arrange an appointment that will take about 1-1.5 hours. This will consist of a series of questionnaires and behavioural tasks including holding your breath for as long as you can; a hand grip task; and a computer task where you will trace the outline of a shape. You will receive £10 to put towards any travel costs you may incur.

If you live outside of London you will be able to complete the study remotely and will receive payment by mail.

The session will be conducted by PhD student Daisy Thompson-Lake who is under the supervision of Professor Peter Hajek and Professor De La Garza.

If you agree to give contact details we will also contact you in the future to ask you for your breath holding time via email or telephone. This is not compulsory and you will receive the compensation should you decide to give no contact details.

What are the risks of taking part?

There are no risks associated with taking part in the study.

What are the benefits of taking part?

There are no direct benefits to you for taking part. However, the information you provide may contribute towards better understanding of factors contributing to stopping drinking, and future treatments.

Will my data be kept confidential?

Yes, if you agree to take part all information you give us will be kept confidential and only study staff will have access to this data. All data will be anonymised and there will be no information included in the study which could identify you.

What if I want to leave the study?

Your participation is entirely voluntary, and you are free to leave the study at any time for any reason. We will request your permission to keep the information you have given us until the time you decide to leave the study.

What happens if you are concerned or have any questions?

You will be able to contact Daisy Thompson-Lake (02078828244, d.g.y.thompson-lake@qmul.ac.uk ) if you are worried about anything or have any questions.

Tuesday, June 14, 2016 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Reaching the public with research findings can be difficult. This event focuses on novel ways that audiences can engage with academic research, offers advice on raising funds to support these projects, and offers networking with a difference!

The event will help you think in a new way about your research as well as offering an opportunity to see how stand-up comedy, football, or even trapeze may help you reach a wide audience. Speakers include, a neuroscientist collaborating with an artist to use the human body as a canvas to raise awareness of mental illness; and an economist who engaged with a range of businesses to setup her own currency in Brixton.

The event will provide a relaxed and informative environment to hear about fascinating projects and to get you thinking about how you can involve the public with your findings outside of the academic world.